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Aims of the course

develop your understanding of mathematics and mathematical processes in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment

extend your range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in more difficult unstructured problems

use mathematics as an effective means of communication

take increasing responsibility for your own learning and the evaluation of your own mathematical development

What will I learn?

The skills developed by studying mathematics in the sixth form are highly valued by employers and universities across a wide range of careers from medicine and law to engineering and management, for it helps the development of powers of analysis and strong problem-solving skills.

Highlights

As well as the opportunity to enter the national Senior Maths Challenge, we try to enter a team of four students for the Senior Team Maths Challenge.

Future Opportunities

Mathematics complements a wide variety of other A-level courses and in addition, Mathematics A-level provides an understanding of the mathematical tools and techniques that are an integral part of many degree courses.